The Australian Greens have expressed their heartfelt concern for the people of Haiti following yesterday's devastating earthquakes which hit the capital, Port Au Prince.
"Our thoughts are with the many people who have lost their homes, or been injured or killed in the earthquake,'' said Senator Sarah Hanson-Young, Greens spokesperson on Human Rights.
"We wish all the rescue agencies well in trying to save as many lives as possible and to bring comfort to the survivors and their families.
"Haiti is an extremely poor country which lacks the resources to deal with a disaster of this magnitude.
"We support moves by the Australian Government to provide aid and support to agencies on the ground in the midst of this devastation.
"We hope Australians will continue their proud record of offering compassion and support to fellow human beings in times such as these.''
Read on for further information from Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade:
"If you have concerns for the welfare of Australian family and friends in Haiti, you should first attempt to contact them directly. If you are unable to contact them and still hold concerns for their welfare, you should call the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade’s 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on 1300 555 135 or +61 2 6261 3305.
If you have concerns about the welfare of Haitian family in Haiti, you should contact the Australian Red Cross on 03 9345 1800"